House Sitting in Shiloh

“Theresa is an outstanding dog sitter. The dogs love her so much, and she is wonderful interacting with them. She even tidied up the main floor of our house, which is above and beyond. She will definitely be my future number one choice.”

Lance L.

About: (I prefer to go by Rori) Before my kennel experience, I have watched over many neighbors dogs over the years! They bring me so much joy, having a dog in my life is a must! And, if I cannot have one myself, at least I can bring joy into another’s dogs lives while their owner is gone!!! Having worked at a boarding kennel and rescue for nearly 2 years now, I have spent a large amount of my pet care experience dealing with dogs at their most vulnerable. Because of this, I am very familiar with how to comfort and care for many different dog temperaments and breeds! I know how to respect their boundaries and keep your pets at as much ease as I can bring them :) Because of my boarding experience, I have worked with puppies under a year old, and senior dogs of all kinds of breeds. I understand how to accommodate and console older dogs: with lots of love and patience. I have encountered dogs who are aggressive in many forms: from people and/or dog aggressive to barrier and fence aggressive. I’ve handled dogs that react to nerves in various manners whether it be scared and cowering or more disagreeable. While I do not anticipate this behavior to be as extreme as what I saw in a kennel environment (where everything is new and abnormal) I do think this experience allows me to be adept at handling dogs through all their stages and kinds of discomfort. While at the kennel, I was also tasked with caring for our rescues. Housing 5-10 rescues at a time, I became very familiar with how to care for and bond with so many dogs. Taking the time to truly know and understand these rescues is my absolute favorite thing about working at the kennel! I have trained these dogs and made a point of learning how to handle even the most difficult of our rescues!! Socializing these dogs, helping them find peace and consistency in an otherwise chaotic environment fills me with purpose. I love them. I have so much love for these animals that I can’t possibly contain it!!! So, I would like to share it :) Having just moved to Illinois, I am available and willing to work anytime on weekdays until 4 PM to walk, watch and play with your fur babies!! I can work weekends sometimes :) I LOVE walking dogs!!! I’m happy to take them with me on walks in my neighborhood, your neighborhood, or to various parks!! Feeding, playing, and engaging with these sweet animals is something I am more than familiar with doing having taken care of the kennel dogs for so long now.

“Amber took great care of my senior cat. He takes medicine 3 times a day and she was ON it. I came home to a calm, happy kitty. She communicated, sent pictures, and was just a great care provider!”

Rachael B.

About: I have been dogsitting for two and a half years dog. I have watched various breeds and ages. I also have experience with fosters and elderly dogs. I am pretty flexible. I do dogsit two to three times a week for a family friend from 11-12 but that is pretty much it. I would prefer to care for your pets at your home. One of my dogs has back issues and we cannot risk her getting injured.

“Taylor was very loving towards my girls and communicated very well while she stayed with my girls! 3 dogs can be overwhelming but she embraced it and I came home to happy girls after my trip!”

Samantha M.

“We felt so comfortable leaving our furry baby with Abbey!! He took to her right away and she took such great care of him! Definitely recommend her!”

Catrin W.

“Thank you so much for taking care of our dogs. We came home earlier than expected. Great communication, pictures to know they were doing great. I will definitely rebook again.”

Linda J.

“Emily is truly amazing! She took exceptional care of our two dogs while we were on vacation. From the start, our dogs felt comfortable and didn't have any issues with us being away. They received lots of playtime, cuddles, and comfort. Our senior dog received his medication, and our younger dog who loves playing fetch had a friendly companion. Daily updates with pictures was a plus. We felt completely comfortable having Emily stay in our home and returned to happy dogs. She even left them a Christmas toy and treats which was very sweet!”

Kara R.

“Lark stayed for a week at our home and was so caring of our furry baby Kevin. Kevin's not always predictable and they made good friends with loving belly rubs, etc. She shared pictured throughout the week. We will definitely be calling her back to see if she can stay again when we plan our next trip! Thank you so very much!”

Beth I.

“Jason was extraordinary. Not only was he good with our pets during his house sit (2 cats, 1 VERY anxious dog), he cleaned up after himself, was there when he said he’d be, and even offered to take our trash to the curb so we didn’t miss trash day. He’ll be my first call for any future sitter needs.”

Bryan C.

“Madison did an excellent job taking care of our two dogs. She even went the extra mile and took one to the vet as soon as she could when he got sick. House was left in great shape and she cleaned up very well. Wouldn't hesitate to ask her to watch our dogs again.”

dereklsept

About: Ive loved animals for as long as I remember. I also work as a canine coach! Working along side pups daily and ensuring that their play was safe! I performed health checks as well as washes to pups! Provided fresh water and plenty of love! I currently have open availability. Also, if you contact me a few weeks beforehand for sitting requiring me to stay in the home, I can gladly take off to come and watch your precious bean! Currently I can not work from home. Im interested in Long-term or ongoing care and any thing else! I have 1 furry friend currently, one passed away of old age at 17 years and required a lot of attention. I cared for his wounds, giving medication, etc. I have one other who will be 16. As an expierenced dog owner, I give my dogs their medications as needed, follow special dieting and so forth. I pay PLENTY attention to them as well. I have expierence of taking care of dogs of ANY age being Ive had these two since pups. I used to dog sit up North in New Jersey area and I absolutely loved it! I enjoy spending quality time with dogs whether it be playing outside, going for a walk, or just relaxing together. I do believe in getting your dog outside activity to keep them healthy and fit as well. I also accept any reasonable pay, not just what's on my profile. I have flexible schedule and Id be more than happy to try and work around this to provide a service both you and youre beloved pet will enjoy! I now have a corgi, who is an angel. An angel who requires LOTS of exercise. I let him run freely and take him on LONG walks to help tire him out as well as engaging in fun activities such as fetch!

About: Hello there, fellow animal lovers! I’m Maddie, your friendly neighborhood animal enthusiast. I have a dog of my own, Dutchie is a German shepherd mix. I am capable of administering medication if applicable and friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed, and provide overnight stays with their animals. I currently work full time Monday-Friday 7am-4pm. I am available for overnight stays preferably Friday-Sunday but I am willing to accommodate your needs. Just let me know! Your dog’s safety is my top priority. I will make sure to check in with you and provide lots of photos to let you know your babies are in good hands.

“Ashley has been a blessing to us. She has been so good to our girls. Our house was clean and I can’t appreciate that enough. Absolutely she gets 5 stars from us.”

Veronica M.

“I can not say enough positive things about Samantha! She took care of our two large dogs and one elderly cat while staying at the house. When we returned the house was immaculate and the pets were happy and well taken care of. We enjoyed the pictures she sent. We will be using Samatha again in the future!”

Michelle K.

“As always, Nickali did an outstanding job watching our three labradoodles. He stayed at our house and made our furry friends feel like family. The best dog sitter!”

Lance L.

About: I am a lifelong pet lover and proud dog mom of two! With 8+ years of experience, I know every pet has their own personality—whether they’re zoomie champions or cuddle pros. I’d love to give your furry family the same love and care I give my own! As a full-time remote worker with a flexible schedule, I have plenty of time to care for pets throughout the day. I take regular breaks for walks, playtime, and check-ins, ensuring pets get the attention they need. On weekends, I’m available for overnight stays to provide extra care and companionship. I treat every pet and home with the same care and respect as my own. I follow all client instructions closely, from feeding schedules to favorite walking routes, to keep pets comfortable and stress-free. Safety is my top priority—I ensure secure doors, leashes, and environments at all times. I also provide regular updates with photos, so you can feel at ease knowing your pet is happy and well cared for!

“My cats and dogs LOVE Julia! She took such good care of them while I was gone on a trip, keeping me informed the whole time and sending lots of pictures and videos. She followed every instruction and went above and beyond for me. Couldn’t ask for a better sitter to trust with my babies!”

Lindsey W.

“I felt so relaxed knowing my dogs were in very capable hands!”

Dawn C.

About: Growing up, I developed a profound appreciation for a variety of pets, many of which I have cherished and lovingly cared for over the years. For as long as I can remember, I've found true joy in the unwavering companionship of most animals, especially dogs. Most of my pet sitting experiences stem from my own 20+ year journey as a pet owner, but I’ve also gained invaluable insights into relationship-based, obedience, and positive reinforcement training methods for dogs of all sizes. Though I have a full-time job, my workplace is just a short ten-minute drive from my home, allowing me the flexibility to attend to your pets' needs at a moment’s notice. My heartfelt promise as a pet sitter is to create a safe, happy, and nurturing environment that feels like an extended home, ensuring your pet's needs are met with love and care. My current work schedule typically spans Monday through Friday during regular business hours. While I can’t offer consistent 24/7 care, I do have the flexibility to take short breaks and enjoy lunch at my own pace, which means that any dog I pet sit will always receive attention and care, never going without it for more than 2-3 hours at a time. I care for all pets in a loving, home-based environment where they are treated like part of the family. I have a fully fenced-in backyard that gives them plenty of safe space to play, explore, and relax outside. My home is in a quiet, safe community that's perfect for daily walks and outdoor time. Inside, pets have free roam of the house and are always supervised. I follow each pet's routine as closely as possible to help them feel right at home - and of course, there's no shortage of belly rubs, snuggles, and attention!